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Inventory Lead

Hooker Furnishings

Location: Bedford, Virginia
Type: Temporary (unspecified), Non-Remote
Posted on: August 19, 2025
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Build your career with the company that is furnishing the future.
Who We Are
Founded by the Hooker family in 1924, we are a diverse, team-focused company with a core belief that when we work together as a team, we can achieve so much more than we could individually.
Ranked among the nation’s largest publicly traded furniture companies, we manufacture and import case goods, leather furniture and fabric-upholstered furniture for the residential, hospitality and contract markets.
Domestically, we produce premium, residential custom leather and custom fabric-upholstered furniture through our Bradington-Young, Sam Moore, MARQ and Shenandoah Furniture brands.
We have a rich history and a unique culture that is rooted in quality and craftsmanship. As our everchanging industry evolves, we are quick to adapt and are always striving to be at the forefront of innovation, technology and creativity.
Our core principles, dedicated team and forward-thinking business strategies provide our company, employees and partners with a competitive advantage.
Opportunities
Position: Inventory Lead
Location:
Bedford, VA
Job Id: 906
# of Openings: 1
Inventory Lead
Sam Moore Furniture is a division of Hooker Furnishings Corporation. Hooker Furnishings , in its 101st year of business, is a designer, marketer and importer of case goods (wooden and metal furniture), leather furniture and fabric-upholstered furniture for the residential, hospitality and contract markets.
Position Summary
The Inventory Lead is responsible for overseeing inventory accuracy, material flow, and team leadership within the facility. This role ensures that all materials, from raw components to packaging supplies, are accurately recorded/received, tracked, and available when needed. The Inventory Lead provides hands-on guidance to the inventory team and plays a critical role in supporting production and material accountability.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
• Manage and oversee all inventory control activities to include receiving vendor-delivered products, putting away received goods in the proper location, location transfers, and issuing products to production
• Use ERP system to perform and validate inventory transactions in real time. Ensure system accuracy and investigate any discrepancies between Sam Moore Purchase Orders and vendor packing slips. Inventory Lead will transact receipts and issues within the ERP system.
• Lead, train and support the inventory control team to meet daily goals. Assign tasks and monitor performance to ensure accountability.
• Recommend and implement improvements to material flow, storage layout and inventory processes to enhance efficiency and reduce waste.
• Collaborate with production to align material availability with manufacturing needs.
• Assist the Procurement department in maintaining and improving all inventory replenishment systems.
• Ensure team adherence to proper safety procedures, OSHA regulations, and company policies related to material handling and storage.
Qualifications
• 4+ years of inventory/materials experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong experience using Microsoft Dynamics 365 (D365) for inventory transactions, reporting, and material tracking.
• High attention to detail, analytical thinking, and ability to problem-solve discrepancies.
• Computer proficiency (Excel, label printers, handheld scanners).
• Ability to operate forklifts and other warehouse equipment
• Capable of lifting up to 50 lbs. and standing or walking for extended periods.
Why Join Us?
• A company dedicated to fostering a welcoming and supportive workplace where all individuals are valued and respected
• Competitive compensation plans.
• 8 paid holidays (Plus an additional 2 floating holidays).
• Paid sick and vacation time.
• The ability to be a part of a Multinational, global organization with 14 locations in the US and offices in Vietnam and China.
• Career development focus including training opportunities and leadership development programs.
• Tuition reimbursement program.
• Emphasis on charitable giving and volunteering in our communities.
• Focus on ESG (Environmental, Social, and Corporate Governance).
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision plans including a generous employer health saving account (HSA) contribution each plan year.
• Matching 401k employer contributions.
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• On-site fitness centers
• Discounted YMCA memberships
• Ergonomic workstations with stand-up desks
• Medical plans with generous employer subsidies
• Dental plan with orthodontic coverage
• Vision insurance
• Telemedicine benefits
• Incentive-based wellness programs
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP), 100% covered
• Life Insurance
• Long & short term disability programs
• Supplemental accident & critical illness plans
Future's So Bright
• Promote from within
• Continuing education opportunities
• Comprehensive leadership development program
• 401(k) retirement with company match
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Scholarship program for dependent children
Work/Life Balance
• Paid holidays
• Paid time off
• Casual work environment
• Summer work hours
Work Hard/Play Hard
• Volunteer Opportunities
• Corporate-sponsored team events
• Employee discounts
• Employee purchase payment plan options
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• Our Purpose
• Careers
• Investor Relations
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• Philanthropy
• Environment & Sustainability
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• Corporate Social Responsibility 2021
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• Hooker Casegoods
• Bradington-Young
• Sam Moore
• Hooker Upholstery
• Shenadoah Furniture
• H Contract
• Pulaski
• Samuel Lawrence Furniture
• Prime Resources International
• Accentrics Home
• Samuel Lawrence Hospitality
• HMidea
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